Friday and Saturday from 9AM until 5PM starting May 2nd - 10th. Plant sale details coming soon. Annuals and perennials. Flowers and edibles. Heirlooms and unique varieties.
🌍 Celebrate Earth Day at Wagner Farm Arboretum! 🌿
📍 Location: 197 Mountain Ave., Warren, NJ 🗓️ Date: May 4th 🕗 Time: 8:00 AM - 3:00 PM
Join us for a day full of exciting activities:
🐦 Bird Watching Walk
🗺️ Geocaching
🌱 Hydroponics Demo
🐝 Beekeeping
🎨 Craft Time & Storytime for Kids
...and so much more!
Don't miss out on this fun-filled day for the whole family!
Join NASA Solar System Ambassador Bill Funcheon and members of the New Jersey Astronomical Association (NJAA) for a telescopic tour of the heavens! Fifteen astronomers and 30+ telescopes will be available for your viewing pleasure. Bring a chair and enjoy the beauty of the nighttime sky.
Come set up before sunset.
Annual fundraiser coming weekend this October.
Come share your excess seeds and see what others have to share. Let's chat about the varieties, how and when to plant and share growing advice. WFAF will donate seeds for this event. Bring your seed catalogs.
Event is at the Warren Township Library.
Warren, NJ - Tickets and Information Wagner Farm Arboretum (WFA) is thrilled to announce the return of its highly anticipated Brite Nites Halloween event for its 12th season. This beloved community tradition will once again light up the night with a 0.25-mile walking path display of hand-carved, LED-lit pumpkins, transforming the Arboretum into a captivating walk-through Halloween experience.
Event Details:
• Dates: Fridays and Saturdays in October: 11 & 12, 18 & 19, and 25 & 26
• Time: General entry from 6:30 PM to 9:00 PM (Gates close at 10 PM)
• Location: Wagner Farm Arboretum, Warren, NJ 07059 Note:
If an event is canceled due to rain, you can use your tickets for another night. If the last night (26th) is canceled, the rain date will be Sunday the 27th.
Rain Policy: If an event is canceled due to rain, you can use your tickets for another night. If the last night (October 26) is canceled, the rain date will be October 27.
Ticket Prices:
Children under 5: Free
Children 5-12 and Seniors 62+: $10
Ages 13-61: $15
How to Purchase Tickets: Tickets will be available for purchase on our website, WFAFNJ.ORG, starting in mid-to-late September. Secure your spot early for this thrilling experience. For more information and updates, visit WFAFNJ.ORG.
Affordable Family Fun: To ensure a memorable experience for the whole family while keeping the event accessible amidst rising costs, ticket prices for 2024 will remain the same as in 2022. Please note that no discounts are available, and all ticket sales are final with no refunds issued.
What to Expect:
• Pumpkin Displays: Enjoy a captivating 0.25-mile walk showcasing intricately hand-carved and LED lit pumpkins. This year’s displays feature new, exciting elements to delight both new and returning visitors.
• Unique Attractions: Look forward to skeletons enjoying a Rutgers-themed tailgate party, getting hands-on with excavation activities, and a pirate-themed office entrance for a swashbuckling twist.
• Spooktacular Games for All Ages: Participate in fun games like Pumpkin Bowling, Witch Hat Ring Toss, Pumpkin Bucket Toss, Graveyard Cornhole, and more.
• Photo Ops: Capture the fun with our exciting Halloween-themed photo opportunities!
• Food Trucks: Treat yourself to delicious options from local food trucks!
Weather Policy: Brite Nites is weather-dependent. The event will proceed in light rain, but may be canceled in case of severe weather. Cancellation decisions will be made by 3:15 PM on the event day, with updates posted on the WFA website: WFAFNJ.org.
Support a Worthy Cause: Brite Nites is Wagner Farm Arboretum’s main fundraising event, supporting essential community programs like The Giving Garden, The Community Garden, The Children’s Garden, and The Senior Garden. Since 2007, these initiatives have distributed nearly 500,000 pounds of fresh produce to those in need, thanks to our dedicated volunteers.
About Wagner Farm Arboretum: Recognized by NJ.com as one of “The Greatest Things in Every Central Jersey Town,” Wagner Farm Arboretum offers seasonal organic gardening opportunities and recreational space for families. The addition of outdoor musical instruments in The Children’s Garden further enriches the Arboretum’s offerings.
Sponsors: We are proud to have NextHome Premier and the Warren Lions Club as our primary sponsors. Special thanks to Wegmans and Home Depot for their generous in-kind donations.
Contact Us: For more information about Brite Nites or Wagner Farm Arboretum, reach out to the WFA office at administrator@wfafnj.org or call 908-350-7383.
Warren, NJ - Tickets and Information Wagner Farm Arboretum (WFA) is thrilled to announce the return of its highly anticipated Brite Nites Halloween event for its 12th season. This beloved community tradition will once again light up the night with a 0.25-mile walking path display of hand-carved, LED-lit pumpkins, transforming the Arboretum into a captivating walk-through Halloween experience.
Event Details:
• Dates: Fridays and Saturdays in October: 11 & 12, 18 & 19, and 25 & 26
• Time: General entry from 6:30 PM to 9:00 PM (Gates close at 10 PM)
• Location: Wagner Farm Arboretum, Warren, NJ 07059 Note:
If an event is canceled due to rain, you can use your tickets for another night. If the last night (26th) is canceled, the rain date will be Sunday the 27th.
Rain Policy: If an event is canceled due to rain, you can use your tickets for another night. If the last night (October 26) is canceled, the rain date will be October 27.
Ticket Prices:
Children under 5: Free
Children 5-12 and Seniors 62+: $10
Ages 13-61: $15
How to Purchase Tickets: Tickets will be available for purchase on our website, WFAFNJ.ORG, starting in mid-to-late September. Secure your spot early for this thrilling experience. For more information and updates, visit WFAFNJ.ORG.
Affordable Family Fun: To ensure a memorable experience for the whole family while keeping the event accessible amidst rising costs, ticket prices for 2024 will remain the same as in 2022. Please note that no discounts are available, and all ticket sales are final with no refunds issued.
What to Expect:
• Pumpkin Displays: Enjoy a captivating 0.25-mile walk showcasing intricately hand-carved and LED lit pumpkins. This year’s displays feature new, exciting elements to delight both new and returning visitors.
• Unique Attractions: Look forward to skeletons enjoying a Rutgers-themed tailgate party, getting hands-on with excavation activities, and a pirate-themed office entrance for a swashbuckling twist.
• Spooktacular Games for All Ages: Participate in fun games like Pumpkin Bowling, Witch Hat Ring Toss, Pumpkin Bucket Toss, Graveyard Cornhole, and more.
• Photo Ops: Capture the fun with our exciting Halloween-themed photo opportunities!
• Food Trucks: Treat yourself to delicious options from local food trucks!
Weather Policy: Brite Nites is weather-dependent. The event will proceed in light rain, but may be canceled in case of severe weather. Cancellation decisions will be made by 3:15 PM on the event day, with updates posted on the WFA website: WFAFNJ.org.
Support a Worthy Cause: Brite Nites is Wagner Farm Arboretum’s main fundraising event, supporting essential community programs like The Giving Garden, The Community Garden, The Children’s Garden, and The Senior Garden. Since 2007, these initiatives have distributed nearly 500,000 pounds of fresh produce to those in need, thanks to our dedicated volunteers.
About Wagner Farm Arboretum: Recognized by NJ.com as one of “The Greatest Things in Every Central Jersey Town,” Wagner Farm Arboretum offers seasonal organic gardening opportunities and recreational space for families. The addition of outdoor musical instruments in The Children’s Garden further enriches the Arboretum’s offerings.
Sponsors: We are proud to have NextHome Premier and the Warren Lions Club as our primary sponsors. Special thanks to Wegmans and Home Depot for their generous in-kind donations.
Contact Us: For more information about Brite Nites or Wagner Farm Arboretum, reach out to the WFA office at administrator@wfafnj.org or call 908-350-7383.
Warren, NJ - Tickets and Information Wagner Farm Arboretum (WFA) is thrilled to announce the return of its highly anticipated Brite Nites Halloween event for its 12th season. This beloved community tradition will once again light up the night with a 0.25-mile walking path display of hand-carved, LED-lit pumpkins, transforming the Arboretum into a captivating walk-through Halloween experience.
Event Details:
• Dates: Fridays and Saturdays in October: 11 & 12, 18 & 19, and 25 & 26
• Time: General entry from 6:30 PM to 9:00 PM (Gates close at 10 PM)
• Location: Wagner Farm Arboretum, Warren, NJ 07059 Note:
If an event is canceled due to rain, you can use your tickets for another night. If the last night (26th) is canceled, the rain date will be Sunday the 27th.
Rain Policy: If an event is canceled due to rain, you can use your tickets for another night. If the last night (October 26) is canceled, the rain date will be October 27.
Ticket Prices:
Children under 5: Free
Children 5-12 and Seniors 62+: $10
Ages 13-61: $15
How to Purchase Tickets: Tickets will be available for purchase on our website, WFAFNJ.ORG, starting in mid-to-late September. Secure your spot early for this thrilling experience. For more information and updates, visit WFAFNJ.ORG.
Affordable Family Fun: To ensure a memorable experience for the whole family while keeping the event accessible amidst rising costs, ticket prices for 2024 will remain the same as in 2022. Please note that no discounts are available, and all ticket sales are final with no refunds issued.
What to Expect:
• Pumpkin Displays: Enjoy a captivating 0.25-mile walk showcasing intricately hand-carved and LED lit pumpkins. This year’s displays feature new, exciting elements to delight both new and returning visitors.
• Unique Attractions: Look forward to skeletons enjoying a Rutgers-themed tailgate party, getting hands-on with excavation activities, and a pirate-themed office entrance for a swashbuckling twist.
• Spooktacular Games for All Ages: Participate in fun games like Pumpkin Bowling, Witch Hat Ring Toss, Pumpkin Bucket Toss, Graveyard Cornhole, and more.
• Photo Ops: Capture the fun with our exciting Halloween-themed photo opportunities!
• Food Trucks: Treat yourself to delicious options from local food trucks!
Weather Policy: Brite Nites is weather-dependent. The event will proceed in light rain, but may be canceled in case of severe weather. Cancellation decisions will be made by 3:15 PM on the event day, with updates posted on the WFA website: WFAFNJ.org.
Support a Worthy Cause: Brite Nites is Wagner Farm Arboretum’s main fundraising event, supporting essential community programs like The Giving Garden, The Community Garden, The Children’s Garden, and The Senior Garden. Since 2007, these initiatives have distributed nearly 500,000 pounds of fresh produce to those in need, thanks to our dedicated volunteers.
About Wagner Farm Arboretum: Recognized by NJ.com as one of “The Greatest Things in Every Central Jersey Town,” Wagner Farm Arboretum offers seasonal organic gardening opportunities and recreational space for families. The addition of outdoor musical instruments in The Children’s Garden further enriches the Arboretum’s offerings.
Sponsors: We are proud to have NextHome Premier and the Warren Lions Club as our primary sponsors. Special thanks to Wegmans and Home Depot for their generous in-kind donations.
Contact Us: For more information about Brite Nites or Wagner Farm Arboretum, reach out to the WFA office at administrator@wfafnj.org or call 908-350-7383.
Wagner Farm Arboretum’s annual Spring Plant Sale will be held at the arboretum in Warren on Friday May 3rd and Saturday May 4th from 9 am - 5 pm. Annuals, perennials, hanging baskets, vegetables and herbs will be available for purchase.
On-site parking is plentiful. Experienced gardeners will be staffing the sale and available to answer your gardening questions, assist you with your purchases and help load your car. We invite you to visit the WFA greenhouse and the new Senior Garden with raised beds for those 70+ or with mobility issues.
The arboretum is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization and all proceeds from the plant sale will benefit the arboretum’s programs. The arboretum accepts cash, checks, credit cards, PayPal and Zelle as payment. See you there!
Wagner Farm Arboretum’s annual Spring Plant Sale will be held at the arboretum in Warren on Friday May 3rd and Saturday May 4th from 9 am - 5 pm. Annuals, perennials, hanging baskets, vegetables and herbs will be available for purchase.
On-site parking is plentiful. Experienced gardeners will be staffing the sale and available to answer your gardening questions, assist you with your purchases and help load your car. We invite you to visit the WFA greenhouse and the new Senior Garden with raised beds for those 70+ or with mobility issues.
The arboretum is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization and all proceeds from the plant sale will benefit the arboretum’s programs. The arboretum accepts cash, checks, credit cards, PayPal and Zelle as payment. See you there!
This meeting is only for those who are members of the Wagner Farm Arboretum and are either new and/or inexperienced Community Gardeners.
The Community Garden will be holding a 2024 COMMUNITY GARDENER ORIENTATION MEETING for those who are new to the WFA Community Garden on Saturday April 13, 2024 at 1 pm. The location will be in the garden gazebo or in the greenhouse (if inclement weather). Bring a folding chair if you like.
This meeting is only for those who are members of the Wagner Farm Arboretum and are experienced Community Gardeners.
The Community Garden will be holding a 2024 COMMUNITY GARDENER ORIENTATION MEETING for returning gardeners on Sunday March 24, 2024. If the weather is wet, the meeting will be in the arboretum office. If the weather is sunny, the meeting will be held in the garden gazebo as originally planned.
Note that there will be a separate NEW GARDENER ORIENTATION MEETING on Saturday April 13, 2024.
Wagner Farm Arboretum’s annual Spring Plant Sale will be held at the arboretum in Warren on Friday May 12th and Saturday May 13th from 9 am - 5 pm. Available for purchase will be annuals, perennials, hanging baskets, vegetables and herbs. Our sale flyer will be available prior to the sale.
Plenty of on-site parking is available and there will be experienced gardeners available to answer your gardening questions and to assist you with your purchases. We invite you to visit the new WFA greenhouse and the in-progress Senior Garden that will have raised beds for those with mobility issues.
The arboretum is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization and all proceeds from the plant sale will benefit the arboretum’s programs. The arboretum accept cash, checks, credit cards, PayPal and Zelle as payment. See you there!
Wagner Farm Arboretum’s annual Spring Plant Sale will be held at the arboretum in Warren on Friday May 5th and Saturday May 6th from 9 am - 5 pm. Available for purchase will be annuals, perennials, hanging baskets, vegetables and herbs. Our sale flyer will be available prior to the sale.
Plenty of on-site parking is available and there will be experienced gardeners available to answer your gardening questions and to assist you with your purchases. We invite you to visit the new WFA greenhouse and the in-progress Senior Garden that will have raised beds for those with mobility issues.
The arboretum is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization and all proceeds from the plant sale will benefit the arboretum’s programs. The arboretum accept cash, checks, credit cards, PayPal and Zelle as payment. See you there!
Phyllis Lindquist, the WFA Community Garden manager, will be presenting “How Is Your Garden Growing”, an interactive lecture/program that will cover all aspects of vegetable gardening. Come join her at the Warren Public Library and have your gardening questions answered!
The Garden Manager will hold the new gardener orientation meeting on Sunday 3/26/23 from 1 pm until 2 pm (approximately) in the WFA Community Garden.
This meeting is required for Community Gardeners and Senior Gardeners new to WFA in 2023, and is optional for legacy gardeners.
All 2022 gardeners who are returning for the 2023 season should submit their completed forms and required payment to the office by 2/28/2023. Remember that a completed and signed 2023 Release and Waiver form must be submitted for any person who will be working in your garden.
ANY BRITE NITES EVENT CANCELLATION DURING THIS THIRD WEEK WILL BE POSTED HERE BY 3 PM ON THE DAY OF THE EVENT.
It’s baaaack… Returning for the 11th time is Wagner Farm Arboretum’s spectacular Halloween-themed “Brite Nites” evening event, showcasing an elaborate display of intricately & creatively hand-carved and LED lighted pumpkins. Updated displays and new installations will be added in 2022.
NOTE THIS CHANGE IN EVENT FORMAT::
BRITE NITES WILL BE A DRIVE-THRU FORMAT ON THURSDAY 10/27 AND REQUIRES TIMED-ENTRY TICKETS. BRITE NITES WILL BE A WALK-THRU FORMAT ON FRIDAY 10/28 & SATURDAY 10/29 AND WILL REQUIRE GENERAL ADMISSION TICKETS (NOT TIMED-ENTRY).
DRIVE-THRU EVENT INFORMATION
Drive-Thru Dates: Thursdays only - Oct 13, 20 & 27
Drive-Thru Timing: Timed entry tickets begin at 6:30 pm and are issued at 15 minute intervals until 9:00 pm. Event closes promptly at 10 pm.
Drive-Thru Tickets: Tickets are available beginning in mid-September on WFAFNJ.ORG. No discounts are available. Ticket price is dependent upon your vehicle and number of passengers:
$35 for passenger cars/SUVs with less than or equal to 7 attendees
50 for any type of small bus or large SUV/van with more than 7 attendees
WALK-THRU EVENT INFORMATION
Walk-Thru Dates: Fridays & Saturdays only - Oct 14, 15, 21, 22, 28 & 29.
Walk-Thru Timing: Tickets are for general entry and are NOT timed. Entry begins at 6:30 pm and last entry will be at 9:00 pm. Event closes promptly at 10 pm. Keep in mind that when people can choose their own time to arrive, certain periods will be more crowded than others.
Walk-Thru Tickets: Tickets are available beginning in mid-September on WFAFNJ.ORG. No discounts are available. Ticket prices remain at their 2019 level:
$15 for those 13 - 61
$10 for children 5 -12 and seniors 62+
Children under 5 are free
Parking is free.
Photo Op spots will be available for children and adults, so children attending the walk-thru are encouraged to wear their Halloween costumes.
Hot chocolate, water and a limited selection of snack food will be available for purchase. No food trucks will be on site.
RAIN DATE INFORMATION
“Rained out” means the event was canceled by WFA because heavy rain or other adverse weather conditions made the electrical connections and the path dangerous and/or impassable for both volunteers and attendees.
Drive-Thru Rain Dates:
If the event is rained out on 10/13, you may attend on remaining drive-thru dates of 10/20 or 10/27.
If the event is rained out on 10/20, you may attend on remaining drive-thru date of 10/27.
If the event is rained out on 10/27. a TBD rain date will be added (unknown at this time).
Walk-Thru Rain Dates:
Sundays are reserved as walk-thru rain dates, but they might not always be needed.
If the event is rained out on 10/14 or 10/15, you may attend on a rain date of Sunday 10/16, or any other remaining walk-thru date.
If the event is rained out on 10/21 or 10/22, you may attend on a rain date of 10/23 or any other remaining walk-thru date.
If the event is rained out on 10/28 or 10/29, a TBD rain date will be added (unknown at this time).
WEATHER INFORMATION
This is a weather dependent event. In the event of showers or light rain, the event is expected to go ahead but will be dependent on the condition of the paths and fields. Heavier rain or winds may force cancellation.. In the event of extreme weather or cancellation for other reasons, a message will be posted on the WFA website by 3:15 pm on the day of the event. Your tickets for that night can be used for any otherr remaining evening following the guidelines in the RAIN DATE INFORMATION section, but NO REFUNDS WILL BE ISSUED. If you cannot attend on a designated rain date, please email administrator@wfafnj.org and ask for a tax-deductible donation letter.
REFUND AND EXCHANGE POLICY
NO REFUNDS will be given as this is a fundraising event for a 501(c)(3) charitable organization. Options for unused tickets include: (1) An unused drive-thru ticket can be used on any remaining drive-thru event date, and an unused walk-thru ticket can be used on any remaining walk-thru event date or (2) The unused ticket can be used on any rain date, as long as the format of the rain date (drive-thru or walk-thru) matches the type of ticket you hold or (3) An unused ticket can be considered a tax-deductible donation for the value printed on the ticket.
Tickets are transferable to another person for the date and session time (if applicable) printed on the ticket. Requests for ticket corrections must be made prior to your ticketed event via email to administrator@wfafnj.org or call 908-350-7383.
THIS EVENT STAGING IS SUBJECT TO NJ AND LOCAL HEALTH DEPARTMENT GUIDELINES.
ANY BRITE NITES EVENT CANCELLATION DURING THIS SECOND WEEK WILL BE POSTED HERE BY 3 PM ON THE DAY OF THE EVENT.
It’s baaaack… Returning for the 11th time is Wagner Farm Arboretum’s spectacular Halloween-themed “Brite Nites” evening event, showcasing an elaborate display of intricately & creatively hand-carved and LED lighted pumpkins. Updated displays and new installations will be added in 2022.
NOTE THIS CHANGE IN EVENT FORMAT::
BRITE NITES WILL BE A DRIVE-THRU FORMAT ON THURSDAY 10/20 AND REQUIRES TIMED-ENTRY TICKETS. BRITE NITES WILL BE A WALK-THRU FORMAT ON FRIDAY 10/21 & SATURDAY 10/22 AND WILL REQUIRE GENERAL ADMISSION TICKETS (NOT TIMED-ENTRY).
DRIVE-THRU EVENT INFORMATION
Drive-Thru Dates: Thursdays only - Oct 13, 20 & 27
Drive-Thru Timing: Timed entry tickets begin at 6:30 pm and are issued at 15 minute intervals until 9:00 pm. Event closes promptly at 10 pm.
Drive-Thru Tickets: Tickets are available beginning in mid-September on WFAFNJ.ORG. No discounts are available. Ticket price is dependent upon your vehicle and number of passengers:
$35 for passenger cars/SUVs with less than or equal to 7 attendees
50 for any type of small bus or large SUV/van with more than 7 attendees
WALK-THRU EVENT INFORMATION
Walk-Thru Dates: Fridays & Saturdays only - Oct 14, 15, 21, 22, 28 & 29.
Walk-Thru Timing: Tickets are for general entry and are NOT timed. Entry begins at 6:30 pm and last entry will be at 9:00 pm. Event closes promptly at 10 pm. Keep in mind that when people can choose their own time to arrive, certain periods will be more crowded than others.
Walk-Thru Tickets: Tickets are available beginning in mid-September on WFAFNJ.ORG. No discounts are available. Ticket prices remain at their 2019 level:
$15 for those 13 - 61
$10 for children 5 -12 and seniors 62+
Children under 5 are free
Parking is free.
Photo Op spots will be available for children and adults, so children attending the walk-thru are encouraged to wear their Halloween costumes.
Hot chocolate, water and a limited selection of snack food will be available for purchase. No food trucks will be on site.
RAIN DATE INFORMATION
“Rained out” means the event was canceled by WFA because heavy rain or other adverse weather conditions made the electrical connections and the path dangerous and/or impassable for both volunteers and attendees.
Drive-Thru Rain Dates:
If the event is rained out on 10/13, you may attend on remaining drive-thru dates of 10/20 or 10/27.
If the event is rained out on 10/20, you may attend on remaining drive-thru date of 10/27.
If the event is rained out on 10/27, a TBD rain date will be added (unknown at this time).
Walk-Thru Rain Dates:
Sundays are reserved as walk-thru rain dates, but they might not always be needed.
If the event is rained out on 10/14 or 10/15, you may attend on a rain date of Sunday 10/16, or any other remaining walk-thru date.
If the event is rained out on 10/21 or 10/22, you may attend on a rain date of 10/23 or any other remaining walk-thru date.
If the event is rained out on 10/28 or 10/29, a TBD rain date will be added (unknown at this time).
WEATHER INFORMATION
This is a weather dependent event. In the event of showers or light rain, the event is expected to go ahead but will be dependent on the condition of the paths and fields. Heavier rain or winds may force cancellation.. In the event of extreme weather or cancellation for other reasons, a message will be posted on the WFA website by 3:15 pm on the day of the event. Your tickets for that night can be used for any otherr remaining evening following the guidelines in the RAIN DATE INFORMATION section, but NO REFUNDS WILL BE ISSUED. If you cannot attend on a designated rain date, please email administrator@wfafnj.org and ask for a tax-deductible donation letter.
REFUND AND EXCHANGE POLICY
NO REFUNDS will be given as this is a fundraising event for a 501(c)(3) charitable organization. Options for unused tickets include: (1) An unused drive-thru ticket can be used on any remaining drive-thru event date, and an unused walk-thru ticket can be used on any remaining walk-thru event date or (2) The unused ticket can be used on any rain date, as long as the format of the rain date (drive-thru or walk-thru) matches the type of ticket you hold or (3) An unused ticket can be considered a tax-deductible donation for the value printed on the ticket.
Tickets are transferable to another person for the date and session time (if applicable) printed on the ticket. Requests for ticket corrections must be made prior to your ticketed event via email to administrator@wfafnj.org or call 908-350-7383.
THIS EVENT STAGING IS SUBJECT TO NJ AND LOCAL HEALTH DEPARTMENT GUIDELINES.
ANY BRITE NITES EVENT CANCELLATION DURING THIS FIRST WEEK WILL BE POSTED HERE BY 3 PM ON THE DAY OF THE EVENT.
It’s baaaack… Returning for the 11th time is Wagner Farm Arboretum’s spectacular Halloween-themed “Brite Nites” evening event, showcasing an elaborate display of intricately & creatively hand-carved and LED lighted pumpkins. Updated displays and new installations will be added in 2022.
NOTE THIS CHANGE IN EVENT FORMAT::
BRITE NITES WILL BE A DRIVE-THRU FORMAT ON THURSDAY 10/13 AND REQUIRES TIMED-ENTRY TICKETS. BRITE NITES WILL BE A WALK-THRU FORMAT ON FRIDAY 10/14 & SATURDAY 10/15 AND WILL REQUIRE GENERAL ADMISSION TICKETS (NOT TIMED-ENTRY).
DRIVE-THRU EVENT INFORMATION
Drive-Thru Dates: Thursdays only - Oct 13, 20 & 27
Drive-Thru Timing: Timed entry tickets begin at 6:30 pm and are issued at 15 minute intervals until 9:00 pm. Event closes promptly at 10 pm.
Drive-Thru Tickets: Tickets are available beginning in mid-September on WFAFNJ.ORG. No discounts are available. Ticket price is dependent upon your vehicle and number of passengers:
$35 for passenger cars/SUVs with less than or equal to 7 attendees
50 for any type of small bus or large SUV/van with more than 7 attendees
WALK-THRU EVENT INFORMATION
Walk-Thru Dates: Fridays & Saturdays only - Oct 14, 15, 21, 22, 28 & 29.
Walk-Thru Timing: Tickets are for general entry and are NOT timed. Entry begins at 6:30 pm and last entry will be at 9:00 pm. Event closes promptly at 10 pm. Keep in mind that when people can choose their own time to arrive, certain periods will be more crowded than others.
Walk-Thru Tickets: Tickets are available beginning in mid-September on WFAFNJ.ORG. No discounts are available. Ticket prices remain at their 2019 level:
$15 for those 13 - 61
$10 for children 5 -12 and seniors 62+
Children under 5 are free
Parking is free.
Photo Op spots will be available for children and adults, so children attending the walk-thru are encouraged to wear their Halloween costumes.
Hot chocolate, water and a limited selection of snack food will be available for purchase. No food trucks will be on site.
RAIN DATE INFORMATION
“Rained out” means the event was canceled by WFA because heavy rain or other adverse weather conditions made the electrical connections and the path dangerous and/or impassable for both volunteers and attendees.
Drive-Thru Rain Dates:
If the event is rained out on 10/13, you may attend on remaining drive-thru dates of 10/20 or 10/27.
If the event is rained out on 10/20, you may attend on remaining drive-thru date of 10/27.
If the event is rained out on 10/27, a TBD rain date will be added (unknown at this time).
Walk-Thru Rain Dates:
Sundays are reserved as walk-thru rain dates, but they might not always be needed.
If the event is rained out on 10/14 or 10/15, you may attend on a rain date of Sunday 10/16, or any other remaining walk-thru date.
If the event is rained out on 10/21 or 10/22, you may attend on a rain date of 10/23 or any other remaining walk-thru date.
If the event is rained out on 10/28 or 10/29, a TBD rain date will be added (unknown at this time).
WEATHER INFORMATION
This is a weather dependent event. In the event of showers or light rain, the event is expected to go ahead but will be dependent on the condition of the paths and fields. Heavier rain or winds may force cancellation.. In the event of extreme weather or cancellation for other reasons, a message will be posted on the WFA website by 3:15 pm on the day of the event. Your tickets for that night can be used for any otherr remaining evening following the guidelines in the RAIN DATE INFORMATION section, but NO REFUNDS WILL BE ISSUED. If you cannot attend on a designated rain date, please email administrator@wfafnj.org and ask for a tax-deductible donation letter.
REFUND AND EXCHANGE POLICY
NO REFUNDS will be given as this is a fundraising event for a 501(c)(3) charitable organization. Options for unused tickets include: (1) An unused drive-thru ticket can be used on any remaining drive-thru event date, and an unused walk-thru ticket can be used on any remaining walk-thru event date or (2) The unused ticket can be used on any rain date, as long as the format of the rain date (drive-thru or walk-thru) matches the type of ticket you hold or (3) An unused ticket can be considered a tax-deductible donation for the value printed on the ticket.
Tickets are transferable to another person for the date and session time (if applicable) printed on the ticket. Requests for ticket corrections must be made prior to your ticketed event via email to administrator@wfafnj.org or call 908-350-7383.
THIS EVENT STAGING IS SUBJECT TO NJ AND LOCAL HEALTH DEPARTMENT GUIDELINES.
The Community Gardeners pot luck picnic will be from 4 pm to 6 pm. Details will be announced as we get closer to the date. If you believe you have missed the notifications, please contact the Garden Managers. RAIN DATE WILL BE SUNDAY 9/18.
Wagner Farm Arboretum’s annual Spring Plant Sale will be held at the arboretum in Warren on Friday May 6th and Saturday May 7th from 9 am - 5 pm. Available for purchase will be annuals, perennials, hanging baskets, vegetables and herbs. Click HERE to see our sale flyer.
Plenty of on-site parking is available and there will be experienced gardeners available to answer your gardening questions and to assist you if needed. We invite you to visit the new WFA greenhouse and the in-progress Senior Garden that will have raised beds for those with mobility issues.
The arboretum is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization and all proceeds from the plant sale will benefit the arboretum’s programs. The arboretum accept cash, checks, credit cards, PayPal and Zelle as payment. See you there!
Wagner Farm Arboretum’s annual Spring Plant Sale will be held at the arboretum in Warren on Friday May 6th and Saturday May 7th from 9 am - 5 pm. Available for purchase will be annuals, perennials, hanging baskets, vegetables and herbs. Click HERE to see our sale flyer.
Plenty of on-site parking is available and there will be experienced gardeners available to answer your gardening questions and to assist you if needed. We invite you to visit the new WFA greenhouse and the in-progress Senior Garden that will have raised beds for those with mobility issues.
The arboretum is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization and all proceeds from the plant sale will benefit the arboretum’s programs. The arboretum accept cash, checks, credit cards, PayPal and Zelle as payment. See you there!
BRITE NITES is CANCELLED FOR FRIDAY 10/29 AND SATURDAY 10/30 DUE TO ADVERSE WEATHER CONDITIONS WHICH CAN RESULT IN WET ELECTRICAL CONNECTIONS IN THE FIELDS.
TO MAKE UP FOR THE CANCELLATIONS, BRITE NITES WILL BE OPEN SUNDAY 10/31, WEATHER PERMITTING, FROM 6:30 PM UNTIL 8 PM. WE WILL ALSO BE OPEN ON FRIDAY 11/6 AND SATURDAY 11/7 FROM 6:30 PM UNTIL 9:30 PM. ALL UNUSED TICKETS CAN BE USED ON ANY OF THESE DAYS AND AT ANY TIME.
WE ARE SORRY FOR THE CANCELLATIONS BUT WE ARE A WEATHER DRIVEN EVENT AND THE SAFETY OF OUR VOLUNTEERS AND CUSTOMERS IS PARAMOUNT.
DUE TO COVID-19 AND ONGOING SAFETY PRECAUTIONS, BRITE NITES WILL BE IN A DRIVE-THRU FORMAT FOR 2021. THE EVENT IS SUBJECT TO NJ AND LOCAL HEALTH DEPARTMENT GUIDELINES.
It’s coming back… Returning for the 10th time is Wagner Farm Arboretum’s spectacular Halloween-themed “Brite Nites” event, showcasing an elaborate display of intricately & creatively hand-carved and LED lighted pumpkins. Additional displays and themes will be added in 2021.
Tickets must be purchased online and in advance. Viewing sessions will be in 15 minute intervals, beginning at 6:45 pm and ending at 9:45 pm; the gates will close at 10 pm.
